SimCaddy Blog
Golf simulator technology, equipment insights, buying advice, game improvement and stories from inside the industry. Written by Tom Murray, founder of SimCaddy, with a focus on helping golfers better understand the technology behind the modern indoor golf experience.
- by Tom Murray
The Truth About Indoor Golf Turf
What golfers need to know about club-turf interaction when practicing on hitting mats and indoor golf simulators.
- by Tom Murray
The Foundation for Better Indoor Golf
Clean Gear, Clean Shoes, Better Data. Simple Habits That Optimise Your Golf Simulator Experience
- by Tom Murray
GolfCore: ProTee’s Next Step in Golf Simulation
If you’ve been following ProTee United, you’ve probably noticed the quiet buzz building around their next-generation golf simulation platform, GolfCore. Officially teased at last year’s PGA Show, it is now expected to debut in early 2026. After seeing it up close, I can tell you it is worth the wait.
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- by Tom Murray
Why ProTee VX Keeps Getting Better & Better
I have owned the ProTee VX since it was first released nearly three years ago and have never looked back. At the time, I thought I was simply adding a reliable launch monitor to my home simulator setup. Something to give me basic ball data and maybe add some structure to my off-course practice. What I didn’t realize…
- by Tom Murray
CASE STUDY Premium Residential Golf Simulator – Prince Edward Island
When a client in scenic cottage country on Prince Edward Island reached out to SimCaddy, his goal was clear: design and install a professional grade golf simulator inside his detached three-bay garage retreat, a beautifully crafted building on his summer property with an impressive waterfront view. He envisioned a…
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- by Tom Murray
Grey Impact Screens: Meaningful or Marketing?
At SimCaddy, we welcome innovation in the golf simulator industry, especially when it overlaps with our background in AV systems. But we also believe in being realistic and transparent. The science behind grey screens suggests potential benefits in certain scenarios. Whether or not those benefits are noticeable to the…
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- by Tom Murray
Choosing the Right Hitting Strip
One of the most common questions I get from customers at SimCaddy, especially those investing in a new hitting mat or upgrading their indoor setup, is: “Which Carl’s Place hitting strip is right for me?”
- by Tom Murray
IDRA II & GSPro - The ‘Apple CarPlay’ of Golf Simulators
Unlike other launch monitors that require fixed ball placement, the IDRA II allows flexible ball positioning within its 32-inch hitting zone. No matter where you place the ball, the software automatically re-centers it to the target line—making it perfect for:
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- by Tom Murray
Curved Impact Screens Explained: Immersion vs. Practicality
Curved impact screens are an exciting development in the golf simulator market, offering unmatched immersion and a premium aesthetic. While they come with challenges like installation complexity and potential image degradation, many users find the benefits outweigh these drawbacks. Ultimately, the decision comes down…
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